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Senior Robotics Embedded Engineer

serveroboticsRedwood City, CAHardware
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Salary
$182K – $202K
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior · 7+ yrs
Posted
24 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Serve Robotics is hiring a Senior Robotics Embedded Engineer in Redwood City, CA to drive hardware-firmware integration across multiple designs. This permanent position suits an experienced engineering professional with a strong background in low-level firmware development and robotics.

Role Overview

The Senior Robotics Embedded Engineer guides early board bring-up, feature enablement, system integration, and test infrastructure development. The professional collaborates closely with electrical, mechanical, and systems teams to ensure robust hardware performance within sidewalk delivery robots.

Key Responsibilities

Lead firmware development for printed circuit board bring-up, encompassing power-on validation, peripheral testing, and interface integration
Architect and implement low-level drivers, diagnostic utilities, and early-stage test tools for brand-new hardware platforms
Build measurement, monitoring, and logging capabilities to evaluate hardware reliability and performance
Partner with hardware engineers to troubleshoot component problems, signal-integrity concerns, and interface faults
Own the creation, maintenance, and execution of test firmware, automation scripts, and engineering validation tools
Oversee the configuration and debugging of hardware test benches, test fixtures, and development platforms
Deliver technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance for root-cause analysis involving hardware-firmware interactions

Requirements

Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
Bring at least seven years of professional experience developing embedded firmware using C/C++, Python, and Bash
Demonstrate expertise working with Linux and real-time operating system environments
Possess a solid understanding of system bring-up, real-time behavior, and low-level hardware interfaces
Show proficiency with communication protocols including CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, and Ethernet
Demonstrate practical experience utilizing hardware debugging instruments, JTAG, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
Bring a professional background working within robotics, consumer electronics, or complex electromechanical systems

Nice to Have

Familiarity with sensor integration, system modeling, or control fundamentals

Skills and Tools

C/C++
Python
Bash
Linux
RTOS
CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, and Ethernet protocols
Oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG

Salary and Benefits

Salary range between $182K and $202K
Includes equity offerings

About the Company

Serve Robotics designs personable sidewalk robots aimed at moving deliveries away from congested streets to serve local businesses, merchants, and pedestrians. The enterprise operates fleets in cities such as Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas, Atlanta, and Chicago, utilizing a diverse team of software, hardware, and design veterans.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official company careers page.

Skills and tech stack

C/C++PythonBashLinuxRTOSCANUARTI2CSPIEthernetJTAGComputer VisionC++Machine Learning

Questions candidates ask

What is the salary and compensation for this role?

The position offers a salary between $182K and $202K along with equity.

Where is the job located?

The role is located in Redwood City, CA.

What education level is required?

Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline.

How many years of experience are needed?

Candidates must have 7+ years of experience developing embedded firmware in C/C++, Python, and Bash.

What technical proficiencies are required for the position?

Required proficiencies include Linux and RTOS-based systems, low-level hardware interfaces, communication protocols like CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, and Ethernet, plus hands-on use of oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and JTAG.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official serverobotics careers page.

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